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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fever and Chills

ICD-10 Coding for Fever and Chills

R50.0
R50.9
R50.2

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for fever and chills includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Pyrexia with Rigors
Febrile Chills
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fever and Chills

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fever and Chills

Use ICD-10 code R50.0 for fever with chills, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Fever with chills

Non-Billable
R50.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of both fever and chills

Applicable To

  • • Fever with rigors

Important Notes

  • • Ensure both fever and chills are explicitly documented to use this code.

Fever, unspecified

Billable Code
R50.9
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Fever of unknown origin

Important Notes

  • • Use as a placeholder during diagnostic workup.

Drug-induced fever

Billable Code
R50.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Fever due to medication

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes the drug name and reaction details.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for fever with chills?

The ICD-10 code for fever with chills is R50.0. This code is used when both symptoms are documented together.

When should R50.9 be used instead of R50.0?

Use R50.9 when fever is present without documented chills or a specific cause. R50.0 requires both fever and chills.

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